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The Workwoman's Guide: Containing instructions to the inexperienced in cutting out and completing those articles of wearing apparel, &c., which are usually made at home; also, explanations on upholstery, straw-platting, bonnet-making, knitting, &c. (Plate 14)

During the 19th century, numerous guides such as this were published. While there were considerable changes occurring in regards to women's roles in society, there was also a movement to preserve the traditional aspects of womanhood, such as needlework, home decoration, and cooking. A strong supporter of this idea that a woman's intellect was best suited for housework was Catharine Beecher, author of "American Woman's Home" (1869); this movement would become known as the "cult of domesticity." These guides were written by women with the intention of "professionalizing" the level of domestic care.

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